Denver, Colorado – Colorado wakes up to crisp air, dry pavement, and a fast-building weather shift that matters today. Southwest winds begin to stir by midmorning, humidity drops into the teens, and grasses dry quickly along the Front Range. By afternoon, warmth spreads fast, pushing temperatures well above normal for early February.
According to the National Weather Service in Denver/Boulder, critical fire weather conditions develop this afternoon across northeast Larimer and Weld counties. Wind gusts may reach 35 mph, paired with very low humidity. Elevated fire danger also stretches across the plains, though winds ease farther south toward Denver and Aurora.
Along the I-25 corridor, including Denver, Boulder, and Castle Rock, sunshine dominates and highs surge into the low 70s. That warmth melts leftover moisture, but it sets up a familiar February problem. After sunset, temperatures fall quickly, raising the risk of refreezing on bridges and shaded roads. Drivers should watch ramps and overpasses late tonight and early Tuesday.
The warm pattern holds into Tuesday with highs in the 50s, still above average. Attention then shifts to Wednesday as a new system approaches from the west. Clouds increase, mountain snow becomes more likely, and rain chances grow along the urban corridor by Wednesday afternoon into Thursday. Wet roads could return during peak travel periods.
For now, enjoy the mild air but stay alert. Avoid outdoor burning, secure loose items in gusty areas, and plan for changing road conditions as the week turns more active. Additional advisories may be issued as midweek precipitation timing sharpens.
Five-Day Outlook for Denver, Colorado
- Today: Partly sunny, high near 71°F, gusty southwest winds
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 55°F
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 64°F
- Thursday: Chance of rain after midday, high near 58°F
- Friday: Chance of rain, high near 52°F
